Looking back . . . .

Picture above: Brian(my husband) Me, and Byron

the Bellman at Couples Tower Isle

I love to always take time in January and look back on the past year. What a fun filled year!

First I want to Thank all of you! You may have let Destination Vacation plan a quick getaway, a vacation of your dreams, honeymoon or maybe your destination wedding. No matter what trip you needed we are so grateful to be apart of it!! I enjoy each and everyone of my clients and are always so honored to help you.

Also in 2011 a large number of our business was from referrals, That is amazing Thank you for always thinking of Destination Vacation and referring us on to your friends and family! A referral is a huge compliment and Thank You for that.

It is also fun to see our fan base grow on Facebook and even more hearing from all of you! If you are not a fan please become one, you will find photo's, special discounts and so much more!

I wish you and your family an amazing 2012! I wish you success, heath and happiness!

I am excited to see what 2012 brings Destination Vacation~

Please visit our blog often to hear what is new, and remember I love to hear from you!(even if is is just a quick note on Facebook)

Amazing in so many ways!

Last week I had the honor to stay at Couples Tower Isle in Ocho Rios Jamaica. I know what you are thinking . . . I have wrote a few times already about this resort. However in the past it was words from my clients that have stayed there and this time it is from my own personal experience.

As many of you know Jamaica is one of my favorite destinations however I have never been to Ocho Rios and after last week I am so glad I vacationed there! This resort open in 1949 by a Mr. Issa and at that time many Hollywood stars vacationed there. I quickly found out that it was the first resort to be open year round in Jamaica and in 1978 is when they introduced the adults only all inclusive experience. This resort was recently renovated in 2009 and Couples truly kept the 1950's style. I had the honor to meet two of Mr. Issa's daughters during my stay, what fun women!

There are a few things that I loved about this resort:

1. Service - The service was amazing upon our arrival the bellman got to know us and always greeted us by name as we would pass thru the lobby area. One evening at dinner our server use our names many times and paid attention to all details. This service was consistent the entire time there.

2. Food - Each meal we had was completely enjoyable, just when I thought I found my favorite meal then next evening would amaze me even more.

3. Size - As a travel agent I have found the size of a resort to be very important to some clients. Couples Tower Isle was perfect not to big and not to small.

Couples Resorts offer 4 different properties to enjoy on the beautiful island of Jamaica, and what makes them different beside my top 3 favorite things is the amenities they offer their guests, yes they have the typical kayaks, sailing and non motorized water sports but they also offer and make easy to enjoy is the diving, snorkeling, glass bottom boat tours, Dunn River Water Fall tour, Shopping Tour, water skiing, and a afternoon catamaran cruise along the coast.

I hope for your next vacation you let Couples Resort spoil you!

Double your Referral Dollars . . . .

Now thru December 1st when you refer a Friend, Family Member or a Co-Worker to Destination Vacation you will save double on your referral dollars. That is great savings for your next vacation.

When redeeming your referral savings do not forget you can double it up with a sale being offered.

Book now thru December 31 2011 and save!

Save up to $275 to the Dominican Republic

Save up to $275 on Couples Resorts in Jamaica

Save up to $300 on St Lucia

and many savings on Resorts in Mexico!

Weather you are looking for a family vacation, just a warm winter break or celebrating a special occasion we are here to help you will your planning. From arranging your travel plans for airfare, hotel, transportation, all the way down to creating a fun day full of memories on an excursion or even a romantic surprise!

Start referring today and call to arrange your own plans! Ask for Nichole Winter 320-241-0355

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Looking for something different. . . .

Sunset at the Palms in Negril Jamaica may be the different you are looking for.

My favorite part of this resort was the tree top style rooms.

Very clean crisp rooms set up perfect for romance and peace!

The patios are amazing over sized with a bed to snuggle in and a chair to sit back

relax and enjoy the gardens around you!

The other difference is the size this resort is smaller and hidden in a tropical paradise. It features 1 pool 2 dining options, and a short walk across the road to a beautiful beach, on Bloody Bay in Negril. Now before I even visited this resort I thought walk across the street to the beach? hmmmm but once I enjoyed that walk and saw the bay it sat on it was well worth it, beside you are there on vacation, no hurries!

So for your next vacation with your loved one if you two are looking for something different consider Sunset at the Palms, you will fall in Love all over again!

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Call today do not delay, We will help you take the chill out of your winter!

Let Destination Vacation help you plan your escape!

Nichole Winter 320-241-0355

destinationvacationtravel@gmail.com

Celebration . . . . .

Funjet Vacations took our agency's Top Sales Agents to Jamaica!

In August we celebrated Destination Vacations 1 Year Anniversary!

Here are a few photos looking back on the year.

A few of my Travel Partners in Nassau, Bahamas

I had the honor to meet Elmo at Beaches Turks & Caicos

In December I enjoyed a tour of the new Sandals Grande Emerald Bay in Exuma, Bahamas

Pilar (the wedding coordinator) and I from the Now Jade Resort in Poerto Morelos Mexico.

When I look back on the last year so much has happened. Our new website launched, our Facebook page has grown to over 200 fans! Attended trade shows and classes for updated travel knowledge and Traveled a few times. I graduated from the Disney's College of Knowledge and became Sandals Certified. Also Destination Vacation received the 2011 Vendor of Distinction Award from the Central Minnesota Wedding Association.

Thank you for all your support and referrals, everyone has helped make this a great year!

Couples Tower Isle continues to impress!

When Tom and Erika returned from Couples Tower Isle they had only great things to say about the resort and their entire vacation, they were there celebrating their honeymoon! The two of them stayed busy enjoying the resorts off site excursions and meeting other guests. A few years ago I helped Tom and Erika plan a celebration vacation to Puerto Vallarta, Tom had just returned home from serving our country. It was great to be apart of and help with such two important trips for such a wonderful couple.

Couples Tower Isle has been a big hit this year with our clients. It is located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica and is an adults only and all inclusive resort. This resort features 6 dining options, 4 bars, 3 pools, snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking and much more. As a bonus Couples Tower Isle includes a few if site excursions a tour of Dunn's River Falls, a Shopping Shuttle and a Catamaran Cruise to Mararitaville. You and your love one are sure to find a spot to relax or a activity to enjoy for the day!

Call Nichole with Destination Vacation to help you plan your next vacation! 320-241-0355